All We Know
All We Know
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008
Book Brief
255
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 1970s
2008
YA
12-16 years
Super Short Summary
In All We Know by Simon French, twelve-year-old Arkie navigates a period of intense change, dealing with the loss of a close friendship, adjusting to shifting family dynamics, and discovering a new passion for photography. The story captures the realistic, sometimes unresolved nature of pre-adolescence. The book covers topics of familial chaos and harm, and child neglect.
Emotional
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
24 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
All We Know by Simon French is praised for its evocative prose and deep emotional resonance. Readers appreciate its authentic portrayal of complex relationships and nuanced characters. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it’s a compelling and moving read, though it may not captivate everyone.
Who Should Read All We Know?
A reader who would enjoy All We Know by Simon French is likely to appreciate poignant, character-driven narratives with themes of family dynamics and personal discovery. Comparable to readers of Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson and Wonder by R.J. Palacio, they will value emotional depth and coming-of-age stories.
24 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
255
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 1970s
2008
YA
12-16 years
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